NH HB1008

Expands the definition of "inclusionary zoning" to include both voluntary incentives and mandatory local requirements that induce or require property owners to produce affordable housing units

Broadens the tools municipalities may use for inclusionary zoning to include preservation of existing affordable housing, replacement of demolished affordable units, and habitability protections for existing tenants during construction

Aligns affordable housing definitions with existing state workforce housing standards under RSA 674:58 and authorizes municipalities to require restrictive covenants recorded with the registry of deeds

Allows applicants subject to inclusionary zoning requirements to propose alternative compliance solutions, which planning boards must approve if they reasonably meet local ordinance requirements

Permits planning boards that disagree with an applicant's alternative solution to request third-party review under existing state procedures